Natalie, Age 17, Rented a Power Washer and While Using

question 29

True/False

Natalie, age 17, rented a power washer and while using the machine, she negligently damaged it beyond repair. Under the majority view, the rental company can successfully sue Natalie for damages on a tort theory of negligence since it is well settled that minors are liable for their torts.

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